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England had threatened to blow away New Zealand in the second T20 when they reduced the tourists to 11-4.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

A quick blueberry sauce bubbling away on the stove while the bread pudding cools.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

With many traders in the U.S. and Europe away from their desks for holidays, trading volumes were lighter than usual Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

When I imagined myself pecking away at the keyboard, I felt bad.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

I hope Zara can join me today, especially since the meet’s just two weeks away.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam